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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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Kidney Transplant · Tennessee
Data Insight
Vanderbilt University Medical Center's kidney transplant program is one of 205 kidney programs tracked by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) in the November 2025 Program-Specific Report cohort. The center is located in Tennessee and reports under SRTR center code TNVU. These program-level statistics are risk-adjusted for recipient and donor characteristics, which means survival estimates account for factors such as age, diagnosis, and prior medical history rather than comparing raw outcomes.
For the current cohort, this program reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 95.7% and a 3-year rate of 87.0%, compared with a national risk-adjusted benchmark of 95.0% at 1 year. The program performed approximately 1,697 kidney transplants during the reporting window. An estimated 1,186 candidates sit on this program's waiting list, though time-to-transplant depends heavily on OPTN allocation rules for kidney, blood type, medical urgency, and geography.
Among the 205 kidney transplant programs reporting to SRTR for this cohort, Vanderbilt University Medical Center ranks #86 by 1-year graft survival, placing the center 0.7 percentage points above the national benchmark. SRTR releases updated Program-Specific Reports approximately twice yearly (typically May and November), and each release incorporates a rolling cohort that may lag by 6-18 months because survival outcomes require follow-up. This page reflects the November 2025 release and is not medical advice — discuss these figures with a qualified transplant team in the context of your individual health status.
National Ranking
By 1-year graft survival rate: #86 of 205 reporting centers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the kidney transplant survival rate at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?
According to SRTR data from November 2025, Vanderbilt University Medical Center reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 95.7% for kidney transplants, compared to a national average of 95.0%. The 3-year survival rate is 87.0%. Survival rates are risk-adjusted estimates and may not predict individual outcomes.
How many kidney transplants does Vanderbilt University Medical Center perform?
Vanderbilt University Medical Center performed approximately 1,697 kidney transplants during the most recent SRTR reporting period. Higher transplant volume is often associated with greater center experience, though volume alone does not determine outcomes. The OPTN recommends considering multiple factors when evaluating a transplant center.
How long is the kidney transplant waiting list at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?
According to the latest SRTR data, approximately 1,186 patients are on the kidney transplant waiting list at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Wait times depend on factors including blood type, medical urgency, body size, geographic region, and organ allocation policies set by OPTN/UNOS. Your transplant team can provide a personalized estimate.
How does Vanderbilt University Medical Center rank nationally for kidney transplants?
Vanderbilt University Medical Center ranks #86 out of 205 reporting kidney transplant centers nationally by 1-year graft survival rate. The center's rate is 0.7 percentage points above the national average. Rankings are based on SRTR risk-adjusted estimates and exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reliability.
What should I consider before choosing Vanderbilt University Medical Center for a kidney transplant?
Beyond survival statistics, important factors include the center's experience with kidney transplants, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing through OPTN distribution policies), your insurance network, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up logistics, and the availability of living donor programs if applicable. Discuss all options with your referring physician and the transplant team at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
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Data Sources
- SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — program-level survival rates, transplant volume, and waitlist size for Vanderbilt University Medical Center. srtr.org
- OPTN kidney allocation policy — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in this page's narrative. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov
About This Data
This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.
Source: SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 Rankings exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reporting
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